The BoSox were on pace for one of the worst starter ERAs in baseball history at one point last season. Simply put, they need starters -- particularly ones that won't break the bank account. In any other year, Taijuan Walker could demand a longer deal, but in this uncertain landscape, he may have to settle for a more modest one.
Basically, they need a starter and Walker is a starter. He's just taking each team and picking one FA to sign.
Despite the circumstances, we took a stab at matching one free agent with each of the 30 MLB clubs.